Charen - Theog, Shimla
Charen is a village situated in the Theog tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Charen Tikkar Khagna serves as the Gram Panchayat for Charen village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Charen is 025298. The village covers a total geographical area of 142.95 hectares and falls under the 171201 pincode. Theog is the nearest town.
Charen village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Theog Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Charen
As per Census 2011, Charen village has a total population of 234 people, consisting of 116 males and 118 females. The village has 47 households and a sex ratio of 1,017 females per 1,000 males. There are 30 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 184 literate and 50 illiterate residents. Additionally, 85 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Charen are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 234 | 116 | 118 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 14 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 85 | 47 | 38 |
| Literate Population | 184 | 95 | 89 |
| Illiterate Population | 50 | 21 | 29 |
Nearby Villages of Charen
Charen is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Charen
Charen is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Charen is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Charen
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Charen village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Charen
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Charen village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Charen
Where is Charen located?
Charen village is located in Theog Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Charen?
The Gram Panchayat of Charen is Charen Tikkar Khagna.
What is the pincode of Charen?
The pincode of Charen is 171201.
What is the population of Charen?
Charen has a total population of 234, including 116 males and 118 females.
How many households are there in Charen?
There are 47 households in Charen.
What is the literacy rate in Charen?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Charen is 78.63%. Male literacy is 81.90% and female literacy is 75.42%.